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Nurse ManagerNHS

Brixham, TQ5 9TF Permanent Negotiable
Posted 7 August 2026 Closing date 19 August 2026
Churston (Paignton and Dartmouth Railway) (2.0 miles away) Paignton Bus Station (3.6 miles away)

Job summary

Are you a compassionate, forward-thinking nurse leader who wants to make a real impact in Primary Care? Do you thrive on building teams, raising standards, and supporting both colleagues and patients? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're seeking an experienced and dynamic Practice Nurse Manager to lead our friendly, high-performing nursing team. This is a key leadership role at Compass House Medical Centres; an innovative, values-led GP practice rated Outstanding by the CQC and Investors in People Gold award accredited.

We're looking for someone who is not only a skilled and confident practice nurse, but also a compassionate and organised leader; someone who leads by example, builds trust, and inspires others to thrive. Competence in chronic disease management is essential, and nurse prescribing is highly desirable. Most of all, were looking for someone who enjoys a busy environment, is proactive and curious, and is always looking for ways to improve care, systems, and team culture.

Benefits:

  • 27 days annual leave, plus all bank holidays, increasing with length of service
  • NHS Pension Scheme eligibility
  • A supportive, inclusive working culture
  • CPD opportunities and development support
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives
  • NHS Discounts and access to staff events

Visit www.compasshousemedical.com to learn more about our practice.

Applications close: 17th August by CV and covering letter to [email protected]

Interviews will take place on Monday 24th August 2026

Main duties of the job

Working closely with the leadership team, you'll be responsible for:

  • Leading and managing our experienced nursing team, ensuring safe, high-quality care
  • Overseeing clinical standards, infection control, audits, and training
  • Supporting service development across long-term conditions, minor illness, health promotion and more
  • Contributing to practice strategy, QOF performance, and new models of care
  • Coaching and mentoring colleagues to develop their skills and confidence
  • Delivering high quality practice nursing care
  • Championing our values of Caring, Teamwork, Collaboration, Excellence, Listening, and Innovation

Job description

Please see the attached Nurse Manager Job Description for full details of the role.

Informal conversations about the role and practice visits are welcome please contact [email protected].

About us

Compass House is a thriving, progressive GP practice in Brixham, South Devon; a seaside town with a strong sense of community and stunning coastline on your doorstep. Over three sites, were a team of over 60 staff across clinical and support roles, working collaboratively to deliver excellent patient care. We are known for our innovation, compassion, and commitment to continuous improvement, and were proud to have been recognised nationally for our commitment to staff development and wellbeing.

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